Uponor - Underfloor Heating vs Conventional Radiator System

Which system is best?
When deciding on a heating system for your home or office, there are two
main choices:

1) Underfloor heating
2) Conventional radiator system

Underfloor heating is a relatively new concept, where as a
conventional radiator system has been in practice since the beginning of
the 20th century.

But which one is more suitable for you? The content below will help
you to decide:

1. Comfort
An underfloor heating system evenly distributes heat throughout a room
and this ensures a comfortable environment, with optimal energy
efficiency. What's more, you will avoid the unpleasant feeling of cold
feet on a winter’s day!

A radiator system on the other hand, concentrates heating in one area
first before it is spread across the whole room. This make it highly
inefficient and there is also the risk that heat is lost through the
ceiling.

According to Greenage, underfloor heating systems use 15-40% less
energy than a radiator.

2. Costs
Although an underfloor heating system is more costly to setup initially
in a new build or renovated property, long term savings can be achieved.
This is due to the fact that underfloor heating systems operate at a
lower temperature and spread heat efficiently (as indicated above).

3. Aesthetics and Space
It is certainly a lot easier to decorate a room if an underfloor heating
system is chosen. There are no obstacles i.e. radiators to contend with
and this means a better finish can be achieved.

Your room/space will also appear to be larger without the presence of
radiators. This in turn, should help to create a bright and airy living
space.

4. Controls
With an underfloor heating system, thermostats can be installed in
certain zones/rooms throughout a house or commercial space. This
subsequently provides you with the autonomy to heat certain rooms that
are being occupied and switch off the heating in unoccupied rooms.

Most radiator systems rely on one central thermostat, which means
that either the heating is turned on for the whole property or switched
off completely.

Did you know, Uponor have a
mobile app for controlling the underfloor
heating in your house?

5. Hygiene
A common problem with radiators are that they attract dust and this
creates an unhygienic environment.

Most of this dust is hidden in hard to reach places, which means it
accumulates over time. This consequently leads to problems for
asthmatics or those with allergies.

Conclusion
Ultimately, the decision is yours over which system to install. If you
feel underfloor heating is the way to go, Uponor have a range of
solutions suitable for new builds and renovation projects.